Key Highlights
- Kurt Russell speaks about his love for rural life in Colorado.
- The Madison series deals with themes of grief and loss in a rural setting.
- Patrick J Adams discusses his personal experience with grief before starring in the show.
Kurt Russell on Rural Life: “Colorado’s a Draw for Me”
You might think this is new, but… Kurt Russell has been living and loving rural life in Colorado for decades. Long-term partner Goldie Hawn agreed to move there, and they get as much time there as possible. For the actor, it’s all about self-reflection and that deep attraction to the land. “I feel like urban life is valuable,” he says, “but when you’re out in the country, you have time for self-reflection.” Russell even mentions how this kind of environment teaches you things about yourself that you can easily forget when living in a city.
The Madison: A Grief Story
With his new TV series, The Madison, Russell is tackling themes of grief and loss. Set in rural Montana, the show follows a New York family through a period of bereavement. And here’s where things get personal for co-star Patrick J Adams. Before landing the role, Adams had just lost his stepfather, and he says this experience deeply influenced his approach to the part. “The Madison is such a beautiful meditation on grief,” Adams notes, adding that it resonated with him personally.
Reflections of Grief and Community
“I think we live very isolated lives in our bubbles,” Adams continues, “and when something like this happens to you, if you don’t have the people nearby, you fall apart. I hope that what people take away from the show is the importance of having loved ones around during hard times.” This sentiment echoes Russell’s views on rural life and its benefits for self-reflection and connection with nature.
Putting the Pieces Together
The Madison premieres on Paramount+ later this month, offering a poignant look at how rural settings can provide a space for healing and reflection. For both actors, their personal experiences have shaped not only their roles but also their perspectives on life and community. As Russell puts it, “I’m really glad that I made some of the choices I made in my life.” Whether you’re urban or rural, we all need those moments of self-reflection.
